The Longest Night (50mi - 50k - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
- Date Sat 19th December 2026 - Sun 20th December 2026
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Greenville, South Carolina
- Price $80.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Join the excitement at The Longest Night, an epic endurance race event taking place from December 19 to December 20, 2026, at the scenic Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville, South Carolina. This unique backyard elimination race invites participants to conquer various distances, including 50 miles, 50K, marathon (26.2 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), and 10K, all on a picturesque 1.5-mile loop. Kicking off at 6:00 PM on Saturday evening, runners will race through the longest night of the year, navigating the course under the stars while sticking to a lap schedule that requires completing laps in under 25 minutes.
As the night unfolds, enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners and the vibrant atmosphere at the barn, which serves as the central hub for packet pickup, rest, and refueling with hot soup and snacks. Whether you’re a seasoned ultra-runner or trying your hand at your first night race, The Longest Night promises a thrilling experience filled with personal challenges and community spirit. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure in Greenville—register today and gear up for a night of running, music, and celebration!
As the night unfolds, enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners and the vibrant atmosphere at the barn, which serves as the central hub for packet pickup, rest, and refueling with hot soup and snacks. Whether you’re a seasoned ultra-runner or trying your hand at your first night race, The Longest Night promises a thrilling experience filled with personal challenges and community spirit. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure in Greenville—register today and gear up for a night of running, music, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
[The Longest Night 2026]
[The Longest Night logo]
Upstate Race Series / Upstate Trail Series / Upstate Ultra Series
THE LONGEST NIGHT
50 MI50K26.213.110K
A backyard elimination race, run from dusk to dawn
Sat, Dec 19
2026
6:00 PM
start
Lakewood Nature Preserve
Greenville, SC
Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=102531]
Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270761611925962226]Directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=220+Lakewood+Drive+Greenville+SC+29607]Race groups [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/102531]Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]Results [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531]Race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]Apparel [https://upstateraceseries.myshopify.com/collections/the-longest-night-challenge]
A 1.5-mile loop extending from a central barn, run through the longest night of the year, on a lap schedule that requires every loop under 25 minutes. Four laps is a 10K. Nine is a half. Eighteen is a marathon. Twenty-one is a 50K. Thirty-four is fifty miles. It begins at six in the evening and does not care what time you would normally go to bed.
Runner Feedback
RACE DAY DETAILS
Saturday evening into Sunday, December 1920, 2026 at Lakewood Nature Preserve, 220 Lakewood Drive, Greenville, SC 29607. Get directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=220+Lakewood+Drive+Greenville+SC+29607].
4:30 PM
Packet pickup opens
Begins at 4:30 PM inside the barn, 90 minutes prior to the start. All packet pickup is done right on site, and you pick up your own.
6:00 PM
All races start
The Longest Night 50 Mile (34 laps), 50K (21 laps), Marathon (18 laps), Half Marathon (9 laps), and 10K (4 laps) on a 1.5-mile loop
On course
A wide grassy loop
The course extends 1.5 miles from the central barn on wide grassy trails, run as a loop.
Time limit
Under 25 minutes a lap
All runners must adhere to the posted lap schedule, completing each lap in under 25 minutes. The full lap-by-lap schedule is below.
7:45 AM Sun
Final lap
Every lap sets off on the clock below, 25 minutes apart, from six on Saturday evening to a quarter to eight on Sunday morning.
Finish
Under the stars
When you finish, don't disappear into the dark stick around for music and a post-race hangout where the celebration continues under the stars, with good tunes and good people.
After
Results and photos
Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Want your finish time the moment you cross the line? Sign up for result notifications [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531] by text or email. Free race photos are usually up within 4872 hours on the RunSignUp race photos page, and we share them on our Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/UpstateRaceSeriesSC/] too.
COURSE OR RACE HIGHLIGHT
Running through the night changes the whole shape of an effort. The loop is short and the trails are wide and grassy, so navigation is never the problem the problem is the hours between midnight and dawn, when the field has thinned out, the temperature has dropped, and the only thing keeping you on schedule is the fact that you said you would be.
The barn is the whole world for the night: packet pickup, the aid station, hot soup and broth, and the place everyone regroups between laps. When you finish, don't disappear into the dark stick around for music and a post-race hangout where the celebration continues under the stars, with good tunes and good people.
[On the course at The Longest Night]
THE COURSE
The course extends 1.5 miles from the central barn on wide grassy trails, run as a loop. All runners must adhere to the posted lap schedule, completing laps in under 25 minutes.
View the course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270761611925962226]
LAP SCHEDULE
Every lap sets off on the clock below, 25 minutes apart, from six on Saturday evening to a quarter to eight on Sunday morning. There are no early starts if you finish a lap ahead of schedule, you wait for the next one with everyone else. Your distance ends on its final lap, marked here.
SATURDAY EVENING
LAP
SETS OFF
NOTE
Lap 1
6:00 PM
All races start
Lap 2
6:25 PM
Lap 3
6:50 PM
Lap 4
7:15 PM
10K final lap
Lap 5
7:40 PM
Lap 6
8:05 PM
Lap 7
8:30 PM
Lap 8
8:55 PM
Lap 9
9:20 PM
Half marathon final lap
Lap 10
9:45 PM
Lap 11
10:10 PM
Lap 12
10:35 PM
Lap 13
11:00 PM
Lap 14
11:25 PM
Lap 15
11:50 PM
SUNDAY MORNING
LAP
SETS OFF
NOTE
Lap 16
12:15 AM
Lap 17
12:40 AM
Lap 18
1:05 AM
Marathon final lap
Lap 19
1:30 AM
Lap 20
1:55 AM
Lap 21
2:20 AM
50K final lap
Lap 22
2:45 AM
Lap 23
3:10 AM
Lap 24
3:35 AM
Lap 25
4:00 AM
Lap 26
4:25 AM
Lap 27
4:50 AM
Lap 28
5:15 AM
Lap 29
5:40 AM
Lap 30
6:05 AM
Lap 31
6:30 AM
Lap 32
6:55 AM
Lap 33
7:20 AM
Lap 34
7:45 AM
50 Mile final lap
PARKING
Barn parking holds 150 spots, first come first served. Once that fills, use the field lot adjacent to the barn, and after that participants may park along the road. Your registration covers the facility reservation cost to host the event.
AID STATIONS
ONE CENTRAL AID STATION AT THE BARN, WHICH IS ALSO THE START/FINISH HUB YOU REACH IT EVERY 1.5-MILE LAP.
AVAILABLE SNACKS
Hot soup and broth (veggie)PicklesChipsCandyFig Newtons
HYDRATION
WaterCokeGinger ale
Wildly Charged is our official hydration sponsor look for the orange 5-gallon jugs at the aid station.
CUP-LESS EVENT please bring your own hydration vessel.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
HOT SOUP AND BROTH ALL NIGHT
Veggie, and exactly what you want at 3:00 AM in December.
CUSTOM RACE BIB
Your badge of the journey.
CHIP TIMING & LIVE RESULTS
Track your effort, splits included.
RACE BRANDED FINISHER MEDAL
To commemorate the triumph.
CUSTOM RACE TATTOO
Wear the moment proudly.
RACE STICKERS
Keep the memory riding shotgun on your bottle, cooler, or laptop.
POST RACE VIBES AND MEDIA COVERAGE
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory hang around at the finish line and celebrate.
[Runner at The Longest Night]
[Runner at The Longest Night]
[Runner at The Longest Night]
From past races. See all race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]
RACE AWARDS
FINISH AND YOU HAVE BEATEN THE NIGHT
This is a backyard elimination race run against a lap schedule rather than against the field. Every finisher earns a medal. Shirts are ordered and shipped separately.
AGE GROUP AWARDS (MALE & FEMALE)
The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each of 15 age categories will earn an age group medal a custom piece to add to your finisher's lanyard at the end of the event.
SERIES RECOGNITION
This race counts toward season-long age group recognition in these two series:
Upstate Trail Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraGetDirty]Upstate Ultra Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraSC]
SERIES AWARDS
Run the series and earn more than a finish:
SERIES FINISHER finish 5 races in a series to earn that series Finisher coin and Finisher tee. Free and earned on the course, never sold.
UPSTATE 250 CLUB log 250 or more race miles across Upstate Race Series events in a season to earn the 250 Club buckle.
THE ANCHOR AWARD the runner with the most race miles across the Upstate Race Series keeps the Anchor Award for the year, and their name goes on it for good.
Age Group Categories
09
1012
1316
1719
2029
3034
3539
4044
4549
5054
5559
6064
6569
7079
80+
GIVING BACK
This race supports
Pickens County Meals on Wheels
Liberty-based volunteers who deliver hot meals and a friendly visit to homebound seniors across Pickens County. They host their own race too: 5K Glow Run. Visit Pickens County Meals on Wheels [https://pcmow.org/]5K Glow Run [https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Liberty/pcmowGlowRun5k]Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]
Every Upstate Race Series event is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects our 30 races with 30 nonprofit organizations serving communities across the Upstate. Your registration and any donation you add at checkout go to work close to home you are not just running a race, you are funding the work of a neighbor. Upstate Giving Series [https://upstategivingseries.com/].
GROUPS & TEAMS
SAVE
$5
GROUPS OF 5+
RUN CLUBS & CREWS
Run it with your crew.
Your club is probably already here. Join it when you register and save when your group hits 5.
1
Find your club
50+ Upstate run clubs are preloaded.
2
Join at sign-up
Pick it during registration, or start your own crew.
3
Hit 5 runners
Everyone in the group saves $5. Early sign-ups get it back automatically.
ALREADY ON THE LIST Upstate Running ClubRockers Run ClubWR@DRunning for BrewsSwamp CommonersHub City RunnersDouble Stamp Run Club+ 44 more
Find your club [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/102531]Register with your crew [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=102531]
The Upstate Running Club welcomes all local and regional running clubs to our events the more the merrier. Calling all running clubs and social run groups: Upstate Race Series welcomes crews of all kinds to join the fun. Whether your squad is full of weekend warriors, sunrise chasers, or runners motivated by the promise of a cold drink at the finish, we've got an event for you.
Sign up, share with friends and local running clubs, and cash in on race discounts and refunds when your team, run club, or band of misfits hits 5 runners or more.
GOOD TO KNOW
Are dogs allowed on the course?
Yes, just on a leash.
Are headphones or earbuds allowed?
Yes rock out.
Can someone else pick up my packet for me?
No. Packet pickup is on site only, and you pick up your own when you arrive. Don't be late.
Is there race-day registration?
Yes, if spots remain. This race has sold out before, so register early.
Where are the start and finish lines?
Right at the barn.
Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items?
Your gear can go with your personal aid station setup, either inside or outside the barn.
Are there restrooms near the start/finish?
Four of them, right on site.
Can I bring a portable firepit, table, tent, or cooler?
Yes, all are fine just make sure the firepit is above and off the ground.
Are pacers allowed?
No. With so many runners registered, we are unable to have anyone on course who is not participating.
Will I get a medal or a shirt?
Medal, yes. Shirts are ordered and shipped separately.
What happens if there's bad weather?
Upstate Race Series races run rain or shine. In the event of lightning, extreme heat, or hazardous winter conditions, we'll post an update on this page and email registered runners as early as possible. Entry fees aren't refunded for weather delays see Managing Your Registration below.
Can spectators come watch?
Spectators are welcome. Every lap comes back through the barn, so you'll see your runner every 25 minutes all night long.
When will results and photos be available?
Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Want your finish time the moment you cross the line? Sign up for result notifications [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531] by text or email. Free race photos are usually up within 4872 hours on the RunSignUp race photos page, and we share them on our Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/UpstateRaceSeriesSC/] too.
MANAGING YOUR REGISTRATION
Everything about your entry lives in your RunSignUp profile. Sign in, find this race under your upcoming events, and make the change yourself there is no need to email us first. From there you can:
Transfer your entry to another runner
Switch to a different distance at this race
Transfer your entry to a different Upstate Race Series event
Update your personal details name, address, emergency contact, shirt size
Manage add-ons, store items, and apparel purchases
ALL ENTRIES ARE FINAL. We do not offer refunds or deferrals but every option above stays open to you right up to race day, so a change of plans does not have to mean a wasted entry. Manage my registration [https://runsignup.com/Profile]
LET'S STAY CONNECTED
Follow along, gear up, and keep up with everything Upstate Race Series
This race
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Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270761611925962226]
Directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=220+Lakewood+Drive+Greenville+SC+29607]
Race groups [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/102531]
Results [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531]
Race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]
Race apparel [https://upstateraceseries.myshopify.com/collections/the-longest-night-challenge]
Manage my registration [https://runsignup.com/Profile]
Series & giving
Upstate Trail Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraGetDirty]
Upstate Ultra Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraSC]
Upstate Giving Series [https://upstategivingseries.com/]
Pickens County Meals on Wheels [https://pcmow.org/]
5K Glow Run [https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Liberty/pcmowGlowRun5k]
Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]
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Questions? Use the contact form below or tap the chat button in the corner.
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[The Longest Night logo]
Upstate Race Series / Upstate Trail Series / Upstate Ultra Series
THE LONGEST NIGHT
50 MI50K26.213.110K
A backyard elimination race, run from dusk to dawn
Sat, Dec 19
2026
6:00 PM
start
Lakewood Nature Preserve
Greenville, SC
Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=102531]
Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270761611925962226]Directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=220+Lakewood+Drive+Greenville+SC+29607]Race groups [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/102531]Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]Results [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531]Race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]Apparel [https://upstateraceseries.myshopify.com/collections/the-longest-night-challenge]
A 1.5-mile loop extending from a central barn, run through the longest night of the year, on a lap schedule that requires every loop under 25 minutes. Four laps is a 10K. Nine is a half. Eighteen is a marathon. Twenty-one is a 50K. Thirty-four is fifty miles. It begins at six in the evening and does not care what time you would normally go to bed.
Runner Feedback
RACE DAY DETAILS
Saturday evening into Sunday, December 1920, 2026 at Lakewood Nature Preserve, 220 Lakewood Drive, Greenville, SC 29607. Get directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=220+Lakewood+Drive+Greenville+SC+29607].
4:30 PM
Packet pickup opens
Begins at 4:30 PM inside the barn, 90 minutes prior to the start. All packet pickup is done right on site, and you pick up your own.
6:00 PM
All races start
The Longest Night 50 Mile (34 laps), 50K (21 laps), Marathon (18 laps), Half Marathon (9 laps), and 10K (4 laps) on a 1.5-mile loop
On course
A wide grassy loop
The course extends 1.5 miles from the central barn on wide grassy trails, run as a loop.
Time limit
Under 25 minutes a lap
All runners must adhere to the posted lap schedule, completing each lap in under 25 minutes. The full lap-by-lap schedule is below.
7:45 AM Sun
Final lap
Every lap sets off on the clock below, 25 minutes apart, from six on Saturday evening to a quarter to eight on Sunday morning.
Finish
Under the stars
When you finish, don't disappear into the dark stick around for music and a post-race hangout where the celebration continues under the stars, with good tunes and good people.
After
Results and photos
Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Want your finish time the moment you cross the line? Sign up for result notifications [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531] by text or email. Free race photos are usually up within 4872 hours on the RunSignUp race photos page, and we share them on our Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/UpstateRaceSeriesSC/] too.
COURSE OR RACE HIGHLIGHT
Running through the night changes the whole shape of an effort. The loop is short and the trails are wide and grassy, so navigation is never the problem the problem is the hours between midnight and dawn, when the field has thinned out, the temperature has dropped, and the only thing keeping you on schedule is the fact that you said you would be.
The barn is the whole world for the night: packet pickup, the aid station, hot soup and broth, and the place everyone regroups between laps. When you finish, don't disappear into the dark stick around for music and a post-race hangout where the celebration continues under the stars, with good tunes and good people.
[On the course at The Longest Night]
THE COURSE
The course extends 1.5 miles from the central barn on wide grassy trails, run as a loop. All runners must adhere to the posted lap schedule, completing laps in under 25 minutes.
View the course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270761611925962226]
LAP SCHEDULE
Every lap sets off on the clock below, 25 minutes apart, from six on Saturday evening to a quarter to eight on Sunday morning. There are no early starts if you finish a lap ahead of schedule, you wait for the next one with everyone else. Your distance ends on its final lap, marked here.
SATURDAY EVENING
LAP
SETS OFF
NOTE
Lap 1
6:00 PM
All races start
Lap 2
6:25 PM
Lap 3
6:50 PM
Lap 4
7:15 PM
10K final lap
Lap 5
7:40 PM
Lap 6
8:05 PM
Lap 7
8:30 PM
Lap 8
8:55 PM
Lap 9
9:20 PM
Half marathon final lap
Lap 10
9:45 PM
Lap 11
10:10 PM
Lap 12
10:35 PM
Lap 13
11:00 PM
Lap 14
11:25 PM
Lap 15
11:50 PM
SUNDAY MORNING
LAP
SETS OFF
NOTE
Lap 16
12:15 AM
Lap 17
12:40 AM
Lap 18
1:05 AM
Marathon final lap
Lap 19
1:30 AM
Lap 20
1:55 AM
Lap 21
2:20 AM
50K final lap
Lap 22
2:45 AM
Lap 23
3:10 AM
Lap 24
3:35 AM
Lap 25
4:00 AM
Lap 26
4:25 AM
Lap 27
4:50 AM
Lap 28
5:15 AM
Lap 29
5:40 AM
Lap 30
6:05 AM
Lap 31
6:30 AM
Lap 32
6:55 AM
Lap 33
7:20 AM
Lap 34
7:45 AM
50 Mile final lap
PARKING
Barn parking holds 150 spots, first come first served. Once that fills, use the field lot adjacent to the barn, and after that participants may park along the road. Your registration covers the facility reservation cost to host the event.
AID STATIONS
ONE CENTRAL AID STATION AT THE BARN, WHICH IS ALSO THE START/FINISH HUB YOU REACH IT EVERY 1.5-MILE LAP.
AVAILABLE SNACKS
Hot soup and broth (veggie)PicklesChipsCandyFig Newtons
HYDRATION
WaterCokeGinger ale
Wildly Charged is our official hydration sponsor look for the orange 5-gallon jugs at the aid station.
CUP-LESS EVENT please bring your own hydration vessel.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
HOT SOUP AND BROTH ALL NIGHT
Veggie, and exactly what you want at 3:00 AM in December.
CUSTOM RACE BIB
Your badge of the journey.
CHIP TIMING & LIVE RESULTS
Track your effort, splits included.
RACE BRANDED FINISHER MEDAL
To commemorate the triumph.
CUSTOM RACE TATTOO
Wear the moment proudly.
RACE STICKERS
Keep the memory riding shotgun on your bottle, cooler, or laptop.
POST RACE VIBES AND MEDIA COVERAGE
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory hang around at the finish line and celebrate.
[Runner at The Longest Night]
[Runner at The Longest Night]
[Runner at The Longest Night]
From past races. See all race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]
RACE AWARDS
FINISH AND YOU HAVE BEATEN THE NIGHT
This is a backyard elimination race run against a lap schedule rather than against the field. Every finisher earns a medal. Shirts are ordered and shipped separately.
AGE GROUP AWARDS (MALE & FEMALE)
The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each of 15 age categories will earn an age group medal a custom piece to add to your finisher's lanyard at the end of the event.
SERIES RECOGNITION
This race counts toward season-long age group recognition in these two series:
Upstate Trail Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraGetDirty]Upstate Ultra Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraSC]
SERIES AWARDS
Run the series and earn more than a finish:
SERIES FINISHER finish 5 races in a series to earn that series Finisher coin and Finisher tee. Free and earned on the course, never sold.
UPSTATE 250 CLUB log 250 or more race miles across Upstate Race Series events in a season to earn the 250 Club buckle.
THE ANCHOR AWARD the runner with the most race miles across the Upstate Race Series keeps the Anchor Award for the year, and their name goes on it for good.
Age Group Categories
09
1012
1316
1719
2029
3034
3539
4044
4549
5054
5559
6064
6569
7079
80+
GIVING BACK
This race supports
Pickens County Meals on Wheels
Liberty-based volunteers who deliver hot meals and a friendly visit to homebound seniors across Pickens County. They host their own race too: 5K Glow Run. Visit Pickens County Meals on Wheels [https://pcmow.org/]5K Glow Run [https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Liberty/pcmowGlowRun5k]Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Greenville/TheLongestNightTrailRun]
Every Upstate Race Series event is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects our 30 races with 30 nonprofit organizations serving communities across the Upstate. Your registration and any donation you add at checkout go to work close to home you are not just running a race, you are funding the work of a neighbor. Upstate Giving Series [https://upstategivingseries.com/].
GROUPS & TEAMS
SAVE
$5
GROUPS OF 5+
RUN CLUBS & CREWS
Run it with your crew.
Your club is probably already here. Join it when you register and save when your group hits 5.
1
Find your club
50+ Upstate run clubs are preloaded.
2
Join at sign-up
Pick it during registration, or start your own crew.
3
Hit 5 runners
Everyone in the group saves $5. Early sign-ups get it back automatically.
ALREADY ON THE LIST Upstate Running ClubRockers Run ClubWR@DRunning for BrewsSwamp CommonersHub City RunnersDouble Stamp Run Club+ 44 more
Find your club [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/102531]Register with your crew [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=102531]
The Upstate Running Club welcomes all local and regional running clubs to our events the more the merrier. Calling all running clubs and social run groups: Upstate Race Series welcomes crews of all kinds to join the fun. Whether your squad is full of weekend warriors, sunrise chasers, or runners motivated by the promise of a cold drink at the finish, we've got an event for you.
Sign up, share with friends and local running clubs, and cash in on race discounts and refunds when your team, run club, or band of misfits hits 5 runners or more.
GOOD TO KNOW
Are dogs allowed on the course?
Yes, just on a leash.
Are headphones or earbuds allowed?
Yes rock out.
Can someone else pick up my packet for me?
No. Packet pickup is on site only, and you pick up your own when you arrive. Don't be late.
Is there race-day registration?
Yes, if spots remain. This race has sold out before, so register early.
Where are the start and finish lines?
Right at the barn.
Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items?
Your gear can go with your personal aid station setup, either inside or outside the barn.
Are there restrooms near the start/finish?
Four of them, right on site.
Can I bring a portable firepit, table, tent, or cooler?
Yes, all are fine just make sure the firepit is above and off the ground.
Are pacers allowed?
No. With so many runners registered, we are unable to have anyone on course who is not participating.
Will I get a medal or a shirt?
Medal, yes. Shirts are ordered and shipped separately.
What happens if there's bad weather?
Upstate Race Series races run rain or shine. In the event of lightning, extreme heat, or hazardous winter conditions, we'll post an update on this page and email registered runners as early as possible. Entry fees aren't refunded for weather delays see Managing Your Registration below.
Can spectators come watch?
Spectators are welcome. Every lap comes back through the barn, so you'll see your runner every 25 minutes all night long.
When will results and photos be available?
Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Want your finish time the moment you cross the line? Sign up for result notifications [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/102531] by text or email. Free race photos are usually up within 4872 hours on the RunSignUp race photos page, and we share them on our Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/UpstateRaceSeriesSC/] too.
MANAGING YOUR REGISTRATION
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Series & giving
Upstate Trail Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateUltraGetDirty]
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Races
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The Longest Night Challenge (50mi - 50k - 26.2 - 13.1 or 10k)
Incl. $5.50 Fee
Sat 19th December 2026 (6:00PM EST)
$80.50
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220 Lakewood Drive, Greenville, 29607, SC, United States
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The Longest Night (50mi - 50k - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
